The Patterdale Terrier came to the U.S. in the 1950’s from Yorkshire, England. You can recognize this breed by its short, coarse, waterproof, black, red, tan or black and tan, shiny coat. It stands about 12 inches tall and weighs approximately 11-13 pounds full grown. It has a widely build body which is thicker than most terriers, with medium-sized feet and thick pads resting on solid legs.
The Patterdale makes a good guard dog. Patterdale terrier hunting is also a well-known feature of the breed. It has a waterproof coat which is ideal for hunting in wet areas. It will dig in the yard or woods for underground animals. Patterdale terrier hunting is a sport in England as well as the U.S. They are difficult to train because they have a fairly short attention span. It requires a firm and experienced trainer to meet with training success of the Patterdale Terrier. When out on a daily walk which is needed for this terrier, the Patterdale terrier hunting may start immediately even if unplanned because it is a natural activity for this breed. Because he is a digger, it is important to keep a close eye on him while in the yard alone or he may dig under the fence and escape. Have a structured daily exercise routine for your Patterdale Terrier because if it is under stimulated physically, it may get into mischief which could be destructive to your home or yard.
Patterdale terriers do get along with other terriers and can be kenneled with them without incident. However, don’t trust your terrier to be in the house alone with non-canine pets, as it will not be able to distinguish between other pets and wild animals.
The Patterdale Terrier is not a lap dog, and doesn’t love to cuddle up to family members, so if it is a cuddly dog you are looking for, then the Patterdale Terrier may not be for you.
The Patterdale Terrier requires little grooming. If you brush its coat with a rubber or firm type brush, it should remove any excess hair to reduce the shedding around your home. Be sure and check the cleanliness of its feet before allowing it to enter your house.
If you are looking for Patterdale terrier hunting skills, then this would be an excellent choice. They are excellent and can be trained to do exactly what you command for a successful hunting experience.
